How to pronounce unspecified
Say it like un-SPES-uh-fyde. Unspecified has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPES).
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- un
- SPES
- uh
- fyde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unspecified pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SPESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of unspecified
American and British speakers say unspecified in essentially the same way: /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/ in the US and /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-SPES-uh-fyde.
What does unspecified mean?
- Not specified; not thoroughly explained or detailed; not adequately commented.
Where does unspecified come from?
From un- + specified.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying unspecified
How do you pronounce unspecified?
Say un-SPES-uh-fyde. The American pronunciation is /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/. In British English it is /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unspecified?
Unspecified has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPES). Broken into parts: un · SPES · uh · fyde.
Do Americans and Brits say unspecified the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/ and the British form is /ənˈspɛsəˌfaɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.